Tahaleb

🌊 Sensibilisation à la pollution plastique marine

Nous avons le plaisir de partager la vidéo réalisée par les élèves de Secondaire 4 de l’École canadienne de Tunis, à la suite d’un atelier pédagogique consacré à la sensibilisation à la pollution plastique marine.

Cet atelier a été organisé en partenariat entre l’INSTM et l’ECT, dans le cadre du projet Musée de l’Eau et de l’initiative Ocean Decade.

👏 Félicitations aux élèves pour leur engagement, leur créativité et la qualité de cette vidéo !

Grâce à leur implication et à leur sens des responsabilités, ils contribuent à porter un message essentiel pour la protection de notre planète.

🌍 Bravo pour cette belle démarche citoyenne et pour l’énergie mise au service d’une cause qui nous concerne tous.

After their immersion in the world of algae, the students shared their impressions. Page after page, discover the messages each class wanted to give us.

A huge THANK YOU to the students for their energy and enthusiasm, their curiosity made this workshop even richer and more inspiring.

Presenting TAHALEB project at AFRAQ2024.
Proud to have participated at the Special session on Seaweed led by Ms Bernice Mclean organised by AUDA-NEPAD and World Bank Group https://www.was.org/Meeting/Program/SessionDetail/AFRAQ24/11
Dr Leila Ktari and Dr Fethi Mensi from the National Institute of Marine Sciences and Technologies (INSTM) presented strategies to empower a seaweed sector in Tunisia https://was.org/Meeting/Program/PaperDetail/165518 and state of the art of seaweed cultivation in Tunisia.
The session was a great success and served as a platform to share information, lessons and best practices on the status and development of seaweed aquaculture on the African continent 💪

RIP Pr Thierry Chopin

In Memoriam: Dr. Thierry B.R. Chopin (1959–2024)
Dr. Thierry B.R. Chopin, a distinguished Canadian phycologist and advocate for sustainable aquaculture, passed away on July 18, 2024. His legacy reverberates through the scientific community, where he made significant contributions to integrated multitrophic aquaculture (IMTA).
Born in 1947, Dr. Chopin dedicated his life to understanding marine ecosystems and promoting environmentally responsible practices. His research focused on IMTA, a holistic approach that combines various species—such as seaweed, mussels, and fish—in a synergistic system. By harnessing the natural interactions between these organisms, IMTA aims to minimize environmental impact while maximizing productivity.
Throughout his career, Dr. Chopin championed the cultivation of seaweed alongside finfish and shellfish. He believed that IMTA could revolutionize aquaculture by creating balanced ecosystems that mimic nature. His work extended beyond academia; he collaborated with industry partners, policymakers, and coastal communities to implement sustainable practices.
Dr. Chopin’s impact extended globally. He advised governments, authored influential publications, and mentored countless students. His passion for the oceans was contagious, inspiring others to safeguard our marine resources.
As we bid farewell to this visionary scientist, let us honour his memory by continuing the pursuit of sustainable aquaculture. Dr. Thierry B.R. Chopin leaves behind a legacy of innovation, compassion, and dedication to our planet’s blue heart.
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May his legacy inspire future generations to protect our oceans and embrace harmonious coexistence with nature. 🌊🌿🐟

OBO of the Executive of the International Society of Applied Phycology
Dr Stefan Kraan
President International Society for Applied Phycology
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Photo: Thierry showing the concept of IMTA with Alaria esculenta and Saccharina latissima lines growing close to mussels and salmon aquaculture. April 2007